Senior Buyer - IT in Manchester

• An Opportunity to join a growing procurement team.
• Based in Manchester an opportunity to own the IT category.

About Our Client

A leading organisation based in Manchester with European exposure in the Leisure, Travel and Tourism Industry.

Job Description

What the successful Senior Buyer will be required to do:

• Own and evolve IT / Technology category strategy across Europe maintaining direct alignment to the overall company objectives & strategy
• Lead end-to-end sourcing (RFPs, negotiations, contract execution)
• Build strong internal stakeholder relationships across IT, Digital, Marketing, Finance and Operations
• Deliver value through cost optimisation, innovation, and supplier performance
• Embed risk, ESG, and compliance considerations across the supply base
• Build strong supplier relationships and governance frameworks
• Analyse spend, market trends, and performance to drive better decisions

The Successful Applicant

A successful Group Procurement Senior Buyer should have:

• Previous experience in procurement or supply chain roles, ideally within a similar industry.
• Experience within the IT category is preferred but not essential.
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
• A solid understanding of procurement processes and best practices.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Good communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels.
• A proactive approach to identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Experience managing full end to end procurement and full tender management exposure

What's on Offer

What the successful Senior Buyer can expect:

• Salary between £60,000 and £65,000, dependent on the level of experience.
• Bonus Scheme
• Pension Scheme
• Hybrid working (2-3 days per week in the office)
• Private Medical Insurance
• Critical Illness Cover
• Life Assurance